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AHMA Confidence Index Declines in April

May 13, 2012

The American Hardware Manufacturers Association’s (AHMA) Home Improvement Industry Confidence Index’s Current Situation Index declined in April to 308.3 from an all-time high of 350.0 in March. The Future Expectations Index also fell to 239.7, down from 298.3 in March.

Timothy S. Farrell, president and CEO of the American Hardware Manufacturers Association (AHMA), said, “Our members continue to report current sales levels better than year-ago levels, indicating that the economy is moving in the right direction. However, with important segments of our industry still struggling, such as housing with new home sales at around 300,000 units per year versus over 700,000 units in 2008, it is obvious that we still have a long way to go before we can enjoy the benefits of operating in a truly dynamic economic environment.”